2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 545 kg more than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2001 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | Grande Punto | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
